Description
Delight in the tropical flavors of Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies, a fun twist on a classic dessert! Soft and chewy sugar cookies serve as a perfect base for caramelized pineapple and cherries, creating a treat that’s both visually stunning and delicious. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply want to indulge in something sweet, these cookies will impress family and friends with their unique flavor profile and eye-catching upside-down presentation. Easy to make with accessible ingredients, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the delightful combination of buttery cookie goodness with the bright taste of caramelized fruit.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, drained and cut into small pieces
- Maraschino cherries, halved
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar; spoon 1 tablespoon into each muffin cup. Add pineapple pieces and press cherries on top.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy; mix in egg and vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until soft dough forms.
- Scoop 1 ½ tablespoons of dough over the topping in each cup; flatten gently.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden. Cool for 5 minutes before flipping onto a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For a twist, try different fruits like peaches or strawberries as toppings. Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to maintain shape. Enjoy warm with ice cream or drizzled chocolate for an extra special treat.